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Wed to Sun: 8 am - 3 pm 408 1 St SW, High River, AB T1V 1M5 Call: 403-652-7026

 

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We ARe Open!

Open for breakfast and lunch

Our regular hours are Wednesday thru Sunday 8 am til 3 pm with special dinners for special occasions. As we only have 10 tables inside, reservations are always recommended. Book below.

 
 
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Welcome

The Dining Car at High River Station is located in the heart of downtown High River right next to the historic railway station that is now the Museum of the Highwood and Visitor’s Centre. There once was a time when travelling by rail was the only way to travel long distances. Take a trip back in time in our railway dining car. Savour our homestyle cooking using fresh local ingredients and our own herb and vegetable garden. Soak in the sunshine on our Platform Patio. Enjoy a fine dining experience by renting the car for your private party, birthday, wedding or anniversary. Or join us for a casual breakfast, lunch or weekend brunch. We look forward to hosting you! All aboard! 

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About Us

Built in 1947 the railcar was originally designed as a coach for the Canadian National rail line. It was converted in 1965 to a dining car to serve the additional passenger traffic to Expo 67. It continued to serve on the Transcontinental line until the 1980s when it was retired.

A team of volunteers brought it to High River in 1989 as part of a large collection of rail cars and restored it for use as a restaurant. The Dining Car at High River Station was established in 1993 and has been in continuous operation since. The new owners undertook a complete restoration of the dining car in 2018, and brought the interior, exterior and kitchen back to its former glory with an upgraded and expanded commercial kitchen and 1960s style interior decor.

 
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Menu

 
 
 

We offer full menu dine-in and takeout featuring our favourite lunch items and drinks. We are fully licenced and are pleased to offer craft beer and wine service. Our Platform Patio is available for you to enjoy your lunch in the sun. 

 
 
 
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Come see our feature map on the dining car wall !

A special map showing the historic railway route serving southern Alberta to the provincial capital.

 
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Get In Touch

We do dinners, weddings and special events! If you would like to book the entire dining car or the patio for a private function, please fill out this form and we will respond within 48 hours.

 
 
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What a fantastic week! The Father’s Day Picnic Baskets were completely SOLD OUT and this was the best and busiest week since reopening! Thank you to our wonderful Dad Day partners - The Daily Male and The High River Brewing Company plus all o
Don’t delay - just 5 picnic baskets left! Dad doesn’t want to miss out on the tastiest lunch deal in town plus special gifts from our partners - The Daily Male and High River Brewing! Deadline to order is Friday night... Order here: ht
Trains, beers and beards - what could be more manly! The best Father’s Day experience is just a click away as your three favourite local businesses join forces to make the tastiest Dad’s Day treat around - The Whistle Stop is cooking and
Enjoy 1st Class food with our breakfast-all-day and weekend brunch in the Dining Car. This is your new favourite breakfast spot! Dine-in or relax on the platform patio. Reservations recommended.
The end of another beautiful patio day at the train! Breakfast is served in the Dining Car at 8:00 am
The train is sparkling clean after its bath and we’re all ready for some patio weather!
1st Class Eggs Benny is now being served in the Dining Car! Homemade Buttermilk biscuits, shaved ham and real hollandaise sauce ( regular or chipotle). This is the best Benny you’re going to find!
Build your own High River Burger in the Dining Car! Made with our own fresh baked Brioche buns and Alberta beef from the foothills. Served with our signature steak cut fries, homemade soup or salad. There’s 1st Class food on the train!
We’re happy to report the Floating Barn Pale Ale from High River Brewing has become our number one selling beer! There’s beer in the Dining Car!
We had a fabulous meal at Rio Alto tonight. This is as genuine Mexican as you can get - in beautiful downtown High River... took me back to Puerto Vallarta. Thanks Hector!

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